How do you match new paint and faded paint?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-match-paint-after-patching-wall.htm">Matching new paint</a> with an old, faded color can be tricky. First, you’ll need to determine whether the paint on your house is latex-based or oil-based. Lightly scrub an inconspicuous area of your home with rubbing alcohol—if the alcohol scrubs away the paint, it’s latex-based. If not, the paint is oil-based. </p><p>Once you have that settled, bring a paint chip or photo of the color to a paint professional and have them mix you a matching paint in the same base (latex or oil). Then paint another inconspicuous part of your house to see if it’s a match.</p></div>

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Q: What happens if you don’t wax chalk paint?

• <div><p>Not waxing chalk-painted furnishings leaves their surfaces susceptible to moisture damage and color fading over time.</p></div>

Q: How do I get paint to stick to laminate?

• <div><p>Laminate countertops are known for their smooth texture. While this makes cleaning them easy, it can also make it difficult for paint to adhere without a few preparation steps. To get the paint to stick to the laminate, you should thoroughly clean the surface and then lightly sand it with high-grit sandpaper. After sanding, use a tack cloth to remove any traces of dust.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to paint the interior of a house?

• <div><p>The general rule when painting a home on your own is one day per room. It can take longer based on room size, drying times for a particular paint, and the number of coats used. If you hire a professional, the team of painters will usually work more quickly. With a professional doing the job, you&rsquo;re looking at one to three days for the entire home, depending on the number of coats you need and the size of the team. </p></div>

Q: Can I paint aluminum siding without a primer?

• <div><p>Primer is always recommended for every exterior paint job because it ensures even coverage and long-lasting color. That said, there are high-end brands of paint that market themselves to be easily used without the need for a coat of primer beforehand. It&rsquo;s up to you which one you choose (and have the budget for), just as long as you read the paint manufacturer&rsquo;s specific instructions on the product before getting started. </p></div>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Add HVAC leak that messed up my ceiling. I needed it replaced. the area that was damaged was cut out and replaced. He removed the popcorn from the rest of the ceiling and painted to match.
Abraham Williams Drywall
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Reviewed in June 2025
Khalid and his team did an absolutely fantastic job. Highly recommend this business! His team was friendly, respectful, professional, everything I wanted working with a business! My house looks like a new one, and Khalid and his team watched out for all the details, didn’t trample on any...
PaintSmart, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Bob and sons did a beautiful job painting my MomÃ¢Â Â s house.Their work was absolutely excellent.We were so well pleased.Their honesty,integrity and hard work are to be commended and they were such nice gentlemen to deal with.This was our first time using services and we were thrilled to find...
Painting By Bob Stein
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Reviewed in August 2023
Very professional. Our painter Carlos was excellent to work with
Atlanta Painting Company
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great process from start to finish. Professional, thorough and well done interior first floor paint job.
Painter1 of Upstate S.C.
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Reviewed in September 2014
The service went well. They were out within a few days of me purchasing the deal. They were very prompt. They sprayed both the interior and exterior of the house. They called me afterwards to follow up and make sure I was satisfied.
Bulwark Exterminating - Charlotte
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Reviewed in April 2014
Made appointment for work to be done. Had to delay 1 week due to other vehicles damaged by February 2014 ice storm. Took truck in on a Monday expecting in to be finished in 3-4 days. Damages were relatively minor and vehicle could still be driven. Two weeks later the vehicle was ready to be...
HOELZ'S BODY SHOP
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Reviewed in September 2013
Two week job turned into a 5 week job. Paint was carelessly dripped and splattered on brand new roof, patio furniture destroyed, paint runs down side of house. Very poor work ethics and quality of work, had to constantly point out what to do or what was not done. Paint on personal vehicle, lawn...
Nacho's Painting
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Reviewed in May 2013
What was quoted as a 2-3 week job took nearly FOUR months to complete due to long periods of time when they didn't show up or call, but conditions were fine for working. Sloppy painting & poor woodworking skills. Damage to my garage door from their ladders. I had to consult an attorney...
Broughton Construction
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